World number one Jannik Sinner continued his dominant run by defeating Alexander Zverev 6-1, 6-2 in the final of the Madrid Open. The Italian star produced a near-perfect performance in the Spanish capital, controlling the match from the start and never allowing his opponent to settle.
Sinner's record fifth Masters 1000 title
This victory marked his fifth consecutive ATP Masters 1000 title, a record in men's tennis, underlining his current dominance on the tour. Sinner's consistency, strong serving, and mental focus proved too much once again for Zverev, who has now lost multiple key matches to the Italian this season.
Zverev acknowledges the gap
Alexander Zverev admitted that Sinner is currently operating on a different level compared to everyone else. He explained that there is a clear gap between Sinner and the rest of the players. He also added that another group, including Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic, is slightly ahead of the rest, but still behind Sinner. The German also admitted that his own performance in the final was far from his best. He said he played very poorly and felt he could have lost to almost any opponent on that day. He mentioned that it was not the right match to discuss tactics, as his level was simply too low.
Sinner credits preparation and discipline
Sinner, on the other hand, credited his preparation and discipline for his success. He shared that winning starts before stepping onto the court. He noted that happens through proper training and careful attention to fitness and diet. He also said that serving well in fast conditions gave him a strong advantage in the match. The Italian star added that he is proud of his consistency and daily effort. He noted the importance of his team and thanked his supporters, especially fans back in Italy, for their continued encouragement.
French Open favourite
With the French Open approaching, Sinner looks like the clear favourite based on his current form and confidence. He has not lost a Masters 1000 match since the Shanghai Masters. With the Italian Open coming up next, Sinner has a chance to match another milestone.
